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Hardware Wallet

A physical device that stores cryptocurrency private keys offline, isolated from internet-connected computers. Hardware wallets sign transactions internally and never expose keys to your computer, making them immune to malware and remote hacking. Ledger and Trezor are the most popular brands. Considered the gold standard for securing significant holdings.

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